A directory path traversal vulnerability exists when loading a vsmodel file in NI VeriStand that may result in remote code execution. Successful exploitation requires an attacker to get a user to open a specially crafted .vsmodel file. This vulnerability affects VeriStand 2024 Q2 and prior versions.
This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2024-6791.
NI strongly recommends upgrading the affected software to mitigate this vulnerability. Refer to the Affected Products section for information on upgrading these products.
CVE-2024- 6791– 7.8 - CVSS:3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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NI would like to thank kimiya working with Trend Micro Zero Day Initiative for reporting this issue and working with us on coordinated disclosure.
| Product Version | Mitigation |
|---|---|
| VeriStand 2024 | Upgrade to NI VeriStand 2024 Q3 or later from NI Package Manager or Software Downloads |
| VeriStand 2023 | Upgrade to NI VeriStand 2023 Q4 Patch 1 or later from NI Package Manager or Software Downloads |
| VeriStand 2021 | Upgrade to NI VeriStand 2021 R3 Patch 2 or later from NI Package Manager or Software Downloads |
| VeriStand 2020 and prior | Not in Mainstream Support |